The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, or NHTSA, has issued recalls for several popular recreational vehicles and a specific tire. Some of these are minor issues, such as a label. Some, not so much, such as a tire. Please review the recall information below and take action as necessary so that you can enjoy your RV, trailer, or …

The outdoors is supposed to be a place of fun, relaxation, and adventure. However, a defect or missing part in a recreational vehicle can change all that. One bad piece can get a person hurt. So, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA, does its best to examine vehicles for possible safety hazards. To …

This morning brought with it an announcement from Ford that it is recalling some of its popular vehicles. Fires, brake issues, and defects are the root of the issues for a total of over 560,000 vehicles. One of the recalls involves the most popular vehicle Ford has, the F-150 pickup truck. The others are for the Ford Edge, Lincoln …

Mention the name Takata, and many people immediately think of airbags. That is because Takata was one of the largest airbag manufacturers in the world. It is their airbags that are typically associated with a recall for flying shrapnel once they are deployed. Some of those incidents have caused deaths. But, new information indicates the …

The Detroit Free Press is reporting that Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is seemingly preparing for a huge recall that is yet to be announced. Emissions have been a big topic of several industrywide recalls in recent years and may be the subject for the supposed recall action at the Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep brands. Approximately one million vehicles could be affected.  …

If you drive an older model Kia Sorento, you may already be aware that it’s prone to several different problems. One of these issues, failing headlights, is currently the subject of an investigation by the government. Having two working headlights is crucial to safely drive down the road. That could be an issue for the …

When you hit the road for a trip in your RV or camper, it’s important to know that your passengers and gear are safe aboard your rolling home away from home. Recalls are common in the automobile industry and RVs are not excluded. According to RV News, there have been not one but three recall …

As many as 177,000 Mitsubishi vehicles are involved in a recall. The announcement of the recall comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Office of Defects Investigations Enforcement. This recall affects up to five years of select models.  The vehicles in the recall There are two models involved in the recall. Both of them are crossover vehicles. …

Over 25,000 Ford and Lincoln vehicles are involved in three separate recalls. The three recalls are for the Lincoln MKX and Nautilus models, and for the Ford F-650, F-750, Escape, and Transit models. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported as of yet relating to each recall concern. The first recall: Wiring harness abrasion for 2016-2020 …

While Hyundai has been known in recent years for its advancements in overall build quality and reliability, some of the older models are not without their faults. Over 270,000 Hyundai models that were made in 2011 and 2012 are involved in a recent recall. The announcement for the recall stems from a potential fire risk …

Over 1 million Dodge and Chrysler vehicles are being included in a recall. The announcement of the recall comes as a result of an investigation into concerns of some potentially related injuries. The recall will affect some older Dodge and Chrysler vehicles. What are the vehicles in the recall Over one million vehicles are involved …

An investigation has been opened by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA, regarding Chevrolet Cobalt and HHR fuel leaks complaints. This is not the first time the Chevrolet Cobalt and HHR have been investigated for fuel related concerns. But this seems to be unrelated to the first investigation. Details of the investigation into …

Land Rover experienced a frustrating recall failure with its 2013-2016 models of the Land Rover Range Rover and 2014-2016 models of the Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The failure, however, continued for some owners of these vehicles. CarComplaints.com explains how the Range Rover recall problem began and where we’re at today with it.  The original recall …

Recalls are not any fun. When they are announced, consumers have to deal with the hassle of scheduling the repair. On the flip side, manufacturer reputations take a hit because of a problem with their product that can or has caused safety issues for the consumers. Polaris, the manufacturer of ATVs and UTVs, is one …

Recalls and technical service bulletins are important to follow to keep your car up to date. What is the difference between the two?

On Wednesday, Volvo Cars announced their biggest recall ever. Volvo said that over 2.1 million vehicles are affected. The recall is spread amongst multiple models. Volvo Cars says the recall was announced as preventative in nature. Wear on the seat belt wire According to reports on Reuter’s and the Associated Press, a steel wire that …

The 2020 Ford Ranger is one of the most affordable compact pickup trucks on the market, and as 2021 model years begin to arrive at dealership lots those prices will only decrease. There haven’t been any major reliability problems, and even though it doesn’t have the highest owner satisfaction ratings, the Ford Ranger is still …

If you are a frequent Harbor Freight tool-buyer like I am, you’ve probably snagged yourself a handy and inexpensive set of jack stands for your home DIY projects. If you buy tools at Harbor Freight often, you have realistic expectations as to what you are buying, but you may not realize your safety could be …

We can’t overstate how important it is to keep reliability and maintenance costs in mind when car buying. As you’re shopping for a new or used car to purchase, you’re likely to see vehicles with recall notices on them. Car recalls are relatively common, but at the same time, you’ll want to take these notices …

McLaren is known for its high-performing vehicles that can compete with the likes of Ferrari and Lamborghini. Currently, the British automaker is not in the news for a recent, exotic model announcement but for a concerning safety hazard.  McLaren is recalling over 3,000 vehicles across the U.S. and Canada due to a fuel leak risk …